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Benefit appraisal guidance on how to assess the economic, social and environmental value of investments in location data
How to comply with the regulations when using a medical device differently to the manufacturer's instructions.
Guidance on calling a medical emergency over the prison speaker system.
Guidance on Medical Leave for Restricted Patients.
This MoU sets out the framework for roles and responsibilities, co-operation and governance arrangements.
MCA policy for acceptable standards of non-SOLAS inflatable life-saving appliances incorporating the changes in the rationalised ISO 9650-1-2022, and completion of phase out of ORC liferafts.
Guidance and procedures for carrying out emergency drills on board fishing vessels.
Outlines MCA Approval Procedures for fire retardant treatment of various items, covers and components onboard vessels certificated under the Large Commercial Yacht Code.
This guidance advises on the need to ensure that there are safe means of access and the protective measures that can be taken to minimise risks.
This notice should be read with MGN 538, MGN 571, MGN 587 and MGN 588 and replaces MGN 494.
Guidance to mariners on the use of mobile phones or other personal electronic devices and the dangers of not using them appropriately when working.
This Note clarifies UK interpretations for determining Load Line Length on vessel hull forms which feature cut-outs, removable end sections and stepped or recessed decks.
This notice provides guidelines for the Merchant Shipping (Special Measures to Enhance Maritime Safety) Regulations 2024. It covers the process for obtaining ship, Company and Registered Owner IMO numbers and explains the …
MGN provides guidance on use of Electronic Record Books for the purpose of recording Navigational Activities as stipulated within SOLAS Chapter V/Reg 28 and IMO Resolution A.916(22).
Guidance on interpretation of The Merchant Shipping (Anti-Fouling Systems) Regulations 2024.
This MGN provides guidance on the SOx requirements under the Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships Regulations, as amended for ships in UK ports, with regards to fuel changeover and “hotelling”.
This notice concerns the protection of maritime workers from the risks associated with working at height.
A code of practice that's voluntary for boats which are less than 15 metres in length, and required for HMCG declared facilities.
Guidance for United Kingdom’s approach to the use of exhaust gas cleaning systems (EGCS), for the prevention of air pollution from ships.
The legal position in the UK with regards to the recent amendments to SOLAS VI which take effect from 1st July 2016.
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